1970 Fiat Dino 2400 Coupe

Highlights

  • Great restoration project base
  • Full roll cage fitted, perfect for a classic racecar build
  • All original parts removed for the build included in sale

The Appeal

Designed with help from Ferrari, the Fiat Dino was built with the aim of selling more examples of the V6 engine powering the infamous Ferrari Dino 246 GT. In fact, the outfit managed to homologate its little power plant for Formula 2 racing in the early seventies thanks to this very model.

This example, from 1970 is fitted with a roll cage and has been stripped out by its current owner who hoped to build a historic racer out of it. With too many projects on the go, this one is needing a new home where it can fulfil its potential, be it by becoming a racecar, or by returning to its road worthy origins.

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History and Paperwork

  • Very little-known history
  • Current owner bought the car with the intention of racing it
  • Racecar build work started with stripping and fitting the roll cage
  • Engine and gearbox disassembled, all parts seemingly present
  • The vehicle is not registered
  • No paperwork included with the car
  • Dating certificate and paperwork will be needed in order to register the car

Notice to bidders: Parts in the background not directly related to the car are excluded from the sale

The Interior

  • Roll cage fitted
  • Interior has been stripped
  • All removed parts included in the sale
  • White leather seats
  • Red fabric cabin trim
  • Dashboard still fitted to the car presents signs of wear and tear
  • Wood trim on steering wheel rim and throughout dashboard looks presentable
  • Red leather trim could do with some TLC
  • Lots of wiring scattered through the interior
  • In need of a full restoration

The Exterior

  • Lovely Fiat Dino shape
  • Paint stripped down to primer
  • Signs of damage and surface corrosion throughout the bodywork
  • Wheels look to be in fair condition
  • Tyres will certainly need replacing
  • The vendor describes the condition underneath as poor
  • Any parts removed for the rebuild are included with the sale
  • Lots of work needed

The Mechanics

  • 2.4-litre V6 engine developed by Ferrari
  • 5-speed manual transmission
  • Engine and transmission have been removed from the engine bay and disassembled
  • Engine will need rebuilding by its next owner

Summary

With all its original parts, this 1970 Fiat Dino restoration project is surely an excellent starting point for anyone looking for something to do over the winter months. It may have a roll cage currently allowing for a relatively swift conversion into a racing variant, though it is reportedly easy to take out according to the vendor meaning there are plenty of opportunities open to the future of this beautiful model.


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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1970
  • Make Fiat
  • Model Dino 2400 Coupe Project Car
  • Colour Primer
  • Odometer 27,961 Miles
  • Engine size 2400
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Hoddesdon
  • Location Hertfordshire
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
44 bids
  • sp•••• £10,250 09/12/22
  • gr•••• £10,000 09/12/22
  • gr•••• £9,900 09/12/22
  • sp•••• £9,800 09/12/22
  • sp•••• £9,700 09/12/22
  • gr•••• £9,600 09/12/22
  • sp•••• £9,500 09/12/22
  • gr•••• £9,400 09/12/22
  • sp•••• £9,300 09/12/22
  • gr•••• £9,200 09/12/22
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